TANNOY QFLEX 16 Digitally Steerable Powered Column Array Loudspeaker with 16 Independently Controlled Drivers, Integrated DSP and BeamEngine GUI Control for Installation Applications

TANNOY QFLEX 16 Digitally Steerable Powered Column Array Loudspeaker with 16 Independently Controlled Drivers, Integrated DSP and BeamEngine GUI Control for Installation Applications

The QFLEX 16 represents a cutting-edge, digitally steerable column array loudspeaker. Crafted as a comprehensive solution for challenging acoustic settings in various installations like houses of worship, transportation hubs, convention centers, conference facilities, shopping malls, performing arts centers, and museums, this system integrates the VNET loudspeaker networking platform. This proprietary system combines software and hardware DSP components to deliver exceptional speech intelligibility, powerful music reinforcement, and comprehensive monitoring and diagnostics for the entire loudspeaker setup.

Class-Leading Control

The QFLEX 16 stands out with its remarkable ±70° steering control, a significant advantage compared to many other steerable arrays that offer only limited steering across specific frequencies. With 16 channels of integrated DSP and amplification, it ensures consistent, highly intelligible, and full-range performance for both voice and music applications. This broader steering range enables precise sound control and coverage across a wide spectrum, ensuring a superior audio experience.

A Revolution in Sound Technology

The first digitally steerable column array loudspeaker of its kind, QFLEX 16’s revolutionary BeamEngine technology steers the full-range sound away from surfaces that cause reflections. The intuitive BeamEngine GUI allows the designer to specify target areas. Rather than only providing a limited palette of opening and steering angles, the BeamEngine GUI generates a steering algorithm that is tailored for that specific area. The resulting asymmetrical pattern delivers similar sound pressure levels (SPL) in both the near and far field for superb coverage and intelligibility – all in a very aesthetically pleasing package.

Drivers, Power & DSP

The QFLEX 16-column array loudspeaker is structured with eight 3" low-frequency drivers and eight 1” high-frequency drivers, each with its dedicated 100-watt Class D amplifier and advanced integrated DSP. Arranged in a high-density array with proportionally spaced frequencies, these drivers deliver digitally steerable coverage that extends up to 25 meters (82 feet) without any aliasing artifacts. A robust internal DSP engine seamlessly integrates with the proprietary VNET and BeamEngine software, both available for free download, offering extensive control and configuration options for optimizing sound delivery and quality.

System Add-Ons

Discover an array of add-ons designed for the VNET-powered QFLEX 16. Enhance your setup with the VNET ETHERNET INTERFACE, VNET USB RS232 INTERFACE, VNET2-AES INTERFACE, VNET INTERFACE POWER SUPPLY, VNET INTERFACE RACK MOUNT, SENTINEL SM1 for monitoring networked PA/VA systems, and the QFLEX ISOLATOR to eliminate ground/hum concerns.

PA/VA Compliant

Crafted with reliability at its core, the QFLEX 16 boasts unparalleled telemetry capabilities, ensuring complete PA/VA compliance for seamless integration in diverse life safety and mass notification settings.

Build Quality

The architecturally styled corrosion-resistant aluminum enclosure and perforated grille are finished in a semi-matt white paint. The QFLEX 16 also includes the necessary custom mounting hardware for quick and accurate installation. Mains input and output link power connectors are Neutrik powerCON.

Product Features

• Digitally steerable column array speaker system provides extremely high intelligible speech and music reinforcement

• Class leading ±70° steering control with 16 channels of integrated DSP and amplification

• Intuitive BeamEngine GUI for asymmetric pattern creation and even near and far field SPL coverage

• Ideal for the most challenging acoustic environments due to extended frequency range steering control

• 8 3" low frequency drivers and 8 1" high frequency drivers with individual 100 Watt Class D amplifiers and integrated cutting edge DSP

• For installation applications with coverage distances up to 25 m (82')

• High density array of transducers with proportional frequency spacing prevents aliasing artefacts

• Fully integrated amplified speaker system connects to other Tannoy VNET enabled products.

• Accessory options for constant voltage systems, Audinate Dante digital audio networks, Ethernet control, and AES3 break in interface

• AES3 input and link connections on RJ-45 connectors with internal sample rate conversion up to 96 kHz

• Fully PA/VA compliant

• Architecturally styled aluminium enclosure with a semi matt white painted finish

• Corrosion resistant aluminium perforated grille

• Included custom brackets allow quick and accurate installation

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